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Title of Thesis
Student-led Conferences - An Alternative Reporting Method
Supervisors
Professor John Hattie and Dr. Helen Timperley
Teaching Area/Interests
Literacy and the Performing Arts were curriculum strengths, Leadership, Professional Development and Assessment pedagogy as it links to developing a Learning Community that supports learners at all levels of the school are areas of interest
Research Interests (area & methodologies)
Student-led Conferences as an alternative reporting system - This study looks to address issues with traditional reporting methods, to support and develop effective teaching pedagogy as it links to student knowledge, understanding and ownership of their learning, to give students a voice in the reporting process and to involve parents more effectively in their children’s learning
Current research on the effectiveness of Student-led Conferences is being conducted using Case Study Methodology using qualitative and quantitative data.
Qualifications / Degrees
- B.A. Major in Anthropology - The University of Auckland
- M.Ed (Hons) in Education - The University of Auckland
Previous professional experience (prior to present position)
Teacher for 11 years, Worked for five years in Senior Management, Have been a Principal for four years
Professional Links
Member of West Auckland Principal Association, Member of WAPA Reference Group for Waitakere City Education Plan - 2020, Member of Auckland Primary Principal Association, Learning Network Board Member, Advisory Committee Member for MOE Well-being Contract - Auckland Region, International Congress for School Effectiveness and Improvement Conference Committee Member - 2007, Coordinator of Extending High Standards Across Schools Koru Project
Other information, interests or things that drive you
Whole School Improvement and how to do this better - Empowering teachers, students and parents as interdependent learners - The Role of Leaders in 21st Century Schools are all areas of interest
